At Lice Lifters of Lafayette Hills, our compassionate, certified lice technicians want to arm you with information that can help you combat head lice. Lice Lifters takes lice removal seriously at our head lice treatment centers because we know families just like yours need a quick, affordable and effective solution to this problem. Let’s start by sharing some things that people believe about lice that are not true. Learn more about our professional treatment process and how we eliminate lice in a single visit.

MYTHS ABOUT HEAD LICE

  • Lice Only Afflict Poor People – Head lice can find a home on anyone’s head regardless of their race or socioeconomic class.
  • Lice Jump or Fly From Head to Head – Head lice do not have wings or strong hind legs to be able to fly or jump. They typically spread by crawling from one person to another when their hair or heads come into direct contact.
  • You Can Only Get Lice if You Have Poor Hygiene – This is false. In fact, lice can find it harder to crawl around on greasy hair, so they actually prefer a clean head of hair to call home.
  • You Can Get Lice From Your Dog or Cat – The head lice that afflict us humans have evolved to only be able to feed off the blood under our scalp. If they fall off your head onto your pets, they will die within about two days just as they would if they fall off onto the carpet, chair or any other part of the environment.

IDEAS FOR PREVENTING LICE

  • Teach Your Kids That Sharing Isn’t Always Caring – Tell them not to share their own or another kid’s hats, helmets, hairbrushes or anything else used or worn on the head.
  • Tie Long Hair Back or up – Since these parasitic insects have to crawl from an infested person to a new host, try not to make it easy for them by minimizing the chances that your kid’s hair will touch that of another child.
  • Put Lice Lifters Mint Detangler Spray on Your Kid’s Head – At Lice Lifters, we sell a mint spray that smells delightful to people but that repels lice. Use it before a sleepover, a big sporting event or other situation where they’re unlikely to be able to avoid contact with other kids.
  • Be Proactive in Checking Your Kid’s Hair – It’s wise to catch an infestation early. If you catch it when there are only a few nits and a couple of lice crawling around, you’ll save yourself time and money.

REMOVING LICE FROM YOUR FAMILY

Because lice die within a couple of days of falling off their human host, you should focus more on treating the problem on your kid’s head than on spending days fumigating the house. As a precaution, while getting your family treated, you may want to launder the pillowcase and any hats and other clothes worn by any infested children because you don’t want them picking them right back up before the lice have had a chance to die. There’s still the matter, though, of how best to remove the lice from your loved ones.

PROFESSIONAL HEAD LICE REMOVAL SERVICES

While many parents try over-the-counter lice shampoos or home remedies, the surest way to eliminate a head lice infestation is to seek out head lice treatment centers where they give you a guarantee. For families in Montgomery County, PA, lice removal is as simple as making an appointment at Lice Lifters of Lafayette Hills.

Our head lice removal services utilize a 100 percent safe and all-natural treatment process. When you walk into any of our lice centers, you are treated like family, and we get any infested family members free of lice in a single visit. Best of all, we offer you our Lice Lifters Guarantee. So, if your family needs lice removal in Montgomery County, PA, don’t hesitate to give us a call, so we can set up an appointment to get rid of this problem for you. If you’re ready to take action, book your appointment at Lice Lifters of Montgomery County today.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How long does professional lice treatment take? If you are in the area, learn more about our lice treatment in Norristown services.

A professional lice treatment session typically takes 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the length and thickness of the hair. Our trained technicians use a thorough comb-out process combined with our proprietary all-natural solution. Most families are lice-free after a single visit.

Q: Is professional lice treatment safe for young children?

Yes, professional lice treatment is safe for children of all ages. Our treatment uses non-toxic, pesticide-free products that are gentle on the scalp. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends avoiding harsh chemical treatments, especially for young children.

Q: Do I need to treat the whole family if one person has lice?

We recommend having every family member screened if one person is diagnosed with head lice. Lice spread through direct head-to-head contact, and it is common for multiple family members to be affected. Early detection helps prevent reinfestation. Families near Sumneytown can also visit our head lice removal near Sumneytown page for local details.

Q: How soon can my child return to school after treatment?

Your child can return to school immediately after professional treatment. The AAP and CDC both advise against no-nit policies, stating that children should not miss school due to head lice. Once treated, the risk of spreading lice is minimal.

Q: What should I do at home after professional treatment? We also offer professional lice treatment in Colmar for nearby families.

After treatment, we recommend washing bedding and recently worn clothing in hot water and drying on high heat. Vacuum upholstered furniture and car seats. Follow any take-home instructions provided by your technician to ensure the best results during the 30-day guarantee period.